What is STACKIT MongoDB Flex?
STACKIT MongoDB Flex is a fully managed NoSQL document database based on MongoDB. The service stores data in flexible JSON-like documents without rigid table schemas. STACKIT as a German cloud provider guarantees GDPR compliance with data exclusively in German data centers without US CLOUD Act risks.
Key Features
- Flexible resource scaling for vCPU, RAM, and storage
- 3-node replica sets with automatic failover
- Horizontal sharding for large datasets
- Aggregation framework for complex analytics
- Change streams for real-time data changes
Typical Use Cases
- Content management systems with flexible data structures
- Mobile app backends with JSON-like storage
- IoT data collection from sensors with variable schemas
Benefits
- 100% data storage in Germany
- GDPR-compliant without US CLOUD Act risks
- Schema flexibility for agile development
- Granular resource control without vendor lock-in
Integration with innFactory
As an official STACKIT Partner, innFactory supports you with MongoDB Flex: architecture, migration, operations, and cost optimization.
Available Tiers & Options
Single Instance
- Lower cost
- Development/testing
- No automatic failover
Replica Set
- High availability
- Automatic failover
- Read scaling
- Higher cost
Typical Use Cases
Technical Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Flex mean in MongoDB Flex?
Flex enables flexible resource allocation. You scale vCPU, RAM, and storage independently instead of predefined packages.
How do replica sets work?
Replica sets consist of three MongoDB instances across multiple availability zones. Automatic failover occurs within seconds on failure.
Does MongoDB Flex support sharding?
Yes, for large datasets you can partition horizontally. Data is automatically distributed across multiple shards.
Is STACKIT MongoDB GDPR-compliant?
Yes, all data remains in German data centers. No US CLOUD Act, full data sovereignty. STACKIT is ISO 27001 certified.
